Final Horse Inspection

The final day of competition starts with an inspection by a veterianary panel. The horses are groomed up to the max and riders - also dressed appropriately - jog their horses past the jury. The vets are looking that the horse is sound and in good health before continuing the competition. We did see one horse "spun', meaning that he did not pass the inspection. Several were asked to trot thru several times to give the panel more time to decide. 

Bruce Davidson in his signature red socks! trots out Mar De Amor, a big Selle Francais bred horse. He passes without a problem.

 Australian Peter Atkins trots out his Henry Jota Hampton to pass. This pair was a crowd favorite as "Hennie" has a website - sometimes rider Peter sports a helmet cam while riding! Got big applause!

 Bruce Davidson again with Park Trader, an Irish Sport horse.

 Kristi Nunnick with R-Star. This is a success story of real devotion. This horse was caught in a barn fire and survived, but with massive burns on her side and back. The owner patiently took the time, effort and considerable expense to bring this horse back with great vet care. You can see the scars on her back, and great care still must be maintained to keep the skin on her back from rubbing while being ridden. These too are crowd favorites.

Great Britian's William Fox-Pitt with Seacookie. They passed as well.